There are eight Panhellenic sororities on Wake’s campus. Eight sororities filled with beautiful, smart, friendly and idyllic women. These women socialize, fundraise, laugh, network, become each other’s bridesmaids…just to name a few perks.
But another big thing that every sorority does is recruit. And the major perk of girls being in the sorority is that this time, they’re on the other side of recruitment.
Since recruitment is so crucial to a sorority’s livelihood, they spend a lot of time seeking out and meeting girls who would fit perfectly into the mold of sisterhood. Yes, they want you as much you want them! Don’t freak out, my dear little collegiettes, but what this means is that older girls are watching you. So with the eyes of girls who could potentially be determining your Greek-life fate everywhere, you might want to be careful what you say and what (or who) you do.
Don’t Judge Us by the Chucks
There are stereotypes about every sorority – don’t’ believe them! Don’t look down at a girl’s chucks before starting a conversation. Don’t write off a friendly upperclassman just because she’s not “top tier.” Don’t talk trash about another sorority because they will hear you. Or, at least, they will tell their friends in that sorority what you said. Be friendly and outgoing, but not judgmental. And remember: if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say it at all.
Hold Your Liquor
Parties are the perfect place to meet a bunch of different girls from a bunch of different sororities. But if you’re stumbling, puking or passed out on a couch, you’re not only missing out on an opportunity to make a connection but you’re making yourself look like a liability. No one wants to take on a liability. Have fun, but know your limits.
On the Dance Floor, Everyone is Watching
You may feel like you’re alone with ‘sexyfratboy,’ but you’re not. You’re in public and they can all see you. And they’re all watching because, let’s face it, what’s more fun to watch than drunk people dance? Keep your clothes on. Save the strip tease for later! Leave space for Jesus. One (public) hookup with the wrong person can rub an entire sorority the wrong way. You don’t know whose ex-boyfriend he is. A safe rule: stick to freshies.
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Don’t Obsess Over Rush
Don’t spend your entire first semester worrying about which sorority you want to join. Instead, save those worries for when it comes time for recruitment in January. Keep in mind the most important rule during rush: be true to yourself. You can’t control the outcome and you can’t control where your besties want to go. Instead, focus on yourself and follow your heart – you’ll make the right choice!
Being a part of a sorority is a wonderful addition to the Wake Forest experience. Your sorority sisters become your partners-in-crime and partners-in, well, everything. It’s a truly exciting experience that a lot of freshmen women look forward to.
Do yourself a favor, if you’re considering rushing, avoid these five things sororities DON’T like to see.